Jay-Z has proven once again why he is the GOAT of Hip Hop, thanks to his new album ‘4:44.’ The album which arrived only five days ago, has now been certified platinum, making it his 13th platinum solo album.
“[JAY-Z] has earned 13 Platinum solo studio Album awards, more than any other hip-hop artist in @RIAA Gold & Platinum history,” tweeted Roc Nation on Weds. (July 5).
.@S_C_ has earned 13 Platinum solo studio Album awards, more than any other hip-hop artist in @RIAA Gold & Platinum history. #RIAAPlatinum pic.twitter.com/LW6RjEGTWo
— Roc Nation (@RocNation) July 5, 2017
Congrats to @S_C_, ‘4:44’ is Certified Platinum by the @RIAA. https://t.co/zrWz0UN8tF#RIAAPlatinum pic.twitter.com/mxTGrBIOur
— Roc Nation (@RocNation) July 5, 2017
The news comes despite the fact that the album was a Sprint and TIDAL exclusive. However, the album is reportedly set to be released on iTunes and Apple Music this Friday with a physical release is also expected at a later date.